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HH29 | (6-6.5 days). Wing bent in elbow, second digit distinctly longer than others. Shallow grooves between digits 1, 2, 3. Toes 2-4 stand out as ridges separated by distinct grooves, with webs between them. Distal contours of webs are straight lines. Rudiment of fifth toe visible. Mandibular process and 2nd arch broadly fused. Auditory meatus distinct at dorsal end of fusion. All protuberances have flattened. 'Collar' stands out conspicuously. Beak more prominent than in stage 28. No egg tooth visible. |